A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Meridian and the Lauderdale County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Meridian
Within 60 miles of Meridian there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Meridian, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (3), Laurel (1), and Louisville (1). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. 1 lists washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Direct Appliance Repair Specialists, around 1.4 miles out. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Meridian is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention washers | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.0, 3.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
First up for Meridian: Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meridian Electronic Services LLC (3.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 126 reviews); Direct Appliance Repair Specialists (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perrys Appliances Repair (9.5 miles away, 1.2 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in Meridian
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Meridian quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Visit
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Meridian, MS
Washer calls in Meridian most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Meridian Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Meridian, MS
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Which areas near Meridian do these technicians cover?
Other Dryer Repair in Meridian
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Meridian technician gets at the parts.